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By Hari Haran
Published on December 30, 2025
Elanpro, India’s leading commercial refrigeration company, hosted Saksham 2025, a first-of-its-kind knowledge-led seminar in Bengaluru aimed at promoting safer, more sustainable, and compliant practices across the hospitality sector. The one-day initiative drew over 100 participants and brought together chefs, hotel engineers, food business operators, consultants, and industry stakeholders on a single platform.
The seminar was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Pawan Agarwal, Former CEO, FSSAI; Mr. Sathyananda B, President – Supply Chain, Cafe Coffee Day; Mr. Subramanya Holla, President, Bruhat Bengaluru Hotel Association; representatives from M.S. Ramaiah College; and Mr. Ranjan Jain, Managing Director, Elanpro. The initiative was organised in collaboration with the Hospitality Consultants Forum (HCF).
Designed as a practical learning programme, Saksham focused on equipping hospitality professionals with actionable insights to improve food safety standards, operational efficiency, and service quality. Through expert-led sessions and interactive panel discussions conducted both in person and online, participants explored real-world challenges faced in commercial kitchens and hospitality operations.
The seminar revolved around three key pillars: Safety and Hygiene, Compliance and Audit Readiness, and Sustainability. Sessions covered essential topics such as food safety fundamentals, commercial kitchen fire suppression systems, reusable drinking water solutions, grease interception and capacity planning, wastewater management, and sustainable food processing practices. Discussions also highlighted the financial and operational risks of non-compliance and the critical role refrigeration plays in maintaining food integrity.
The sessions were led by industry and domain experts including Mr. Pawan Agarwal (Former CEO, FSSAI), Mr. Sanjay Jain (Elanpro), Ms. Chitra Muthiah (DNV), Ms. Anusha Adappa (Resguardo Industries), and Ms. Chayaa Nanjappa (Nectar Fresh Foods). The programme concluded with a panel discussion focused on strengthening accountability and responsible practices across the hospitality ecosystem.
Bengaluru’s rapidly expanding hospitality landscape, with over 12,000 restaurants, a strong cloud kitchen network, and one of India’s highest online food-ordering volumes, provided the ideal setting for such an industry-focused dialogue. The city’s growing F&B startup ecosystem and expanding workforce further underline the need for informed and disciplined operational practices.
Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Ranjan Jain, MD, Elanpro, said,“Bengaluru is growing so quickly as a food and hospitality hub that conversations like Saksham feel more important than ever. When industry leaders, operators and solution providers come together, it creates opportunities to understand what is working on the ground and where gaps still exist.
Culture doesn’t change in a day. It strengthens when people learn from each other and consistently reinforce responsible practices. When responsibility flows peer to peer, not just top down, it becomes embedded in daily operations. Saksham is simply the beginning of that shift.”
Addressing the importance of compliance, Mr. Pawan Agarwal, Former CEO, FSSAI, said,“Compliance has always been one of the sector’s biggest challenges, especially as food businesses expand. Platforms like Saksham allow FBOs to understand not just the ‘rules’ but the ‘reasons’ behind them. This is where behaviour shifts begin. Initiatives like this can significantly strengthen India’s food safety culture and help establishments move from basic requirements to responsible daily practice.”
Hospitality Consultants Forum (HCF), an association of hospitality consultants engaged in designing globally compliant and sustainable F&B kitchens, played a key role in shaping the initiative. Speaking at the seminar, Mr. Sravan Kumar, Founding President, HCF, said, “Hospitality is a people-first industry, and our goal is to create spaces where teams can learn from one another and drive meaningful change. With Saksham, we wanted to build a bridge between knowledge and practice, where experience meets innovation and the sector moves forward together.”
Through Saksham, Elanpro reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening hospitality standards and supporting long-term operational improvement. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader mission to enable eco-smart, energy-efficient, and compliant food businesses through stronger SOPs and workforce capability building. Elanpro continues to champion responsible refrigeration and skill development across India, contributing to a safer, more resilient, and future-ready hospitality ecosystem.
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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on March 17, 2026
InterGlobe Foundation, the philanthropic arm of InterGlobe Enterprises, has introduced its first ‘Heritage Dialogue’ while also unveiling the third edition of its annual exhibition, ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ (TCIH). The initiative marks an important step in encouraging conversations and collaborative efforts around cultural and heritage preservation in India.
The 10-day exhibition is being held at the Sunken Gardens in Sunder Nursery, with AKTC serving as the venue partner. Open from March 13 to March 22, 2026, between 11 am and 7 pm, the exhibition invites visitors to explore India’s living traditions through an engaging and immersive format.
This year’s theme, “Living Archives: Ritual, Performance and the City,” looks at heritage beyond traditional documentation. Instead, it presents heritage as something that continues to live through the rituals, practices, and everyday experiences of communities. By bringing together elements of tangible and intangible heritage, the exhibition highlights the Foundation’s ongoing work with communities to preserve India’s cultural legacy.
Visitors can experience the theme through a mix of photography, films, and installations that showcase three unique narratives. The first documents the Doli Yatra of Lord Rudranath in Uttarakhand, offering a closer look at the sacred pilgrimage and the devotion of the communities involved. The second focuses on Bhand Pather, the traditional folk theatre of Kashmir, presenting the history and cultural richness of this centuries-old performance tradition. The third narrative explores the idea of the city as a living archive through the ‘My City My Heritage’ initiative, showing how neighbourhood life and local communities shape the cultural identity of cities.
The exhibition also serves as the annual showcase of the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships. This initiative supports individuals who research and document lesser-known aspects of India’s heritage. Since the fellowship began, nine fellows have been recognised for their contributions toward cultural preservation.
The day began with the ‘Heritage Dialogue’, organised by InterGlobe Foundation along with Sahapedia and IndiGoReach. The forum brought together leaders from corporate, cultural, and academic sectors to discuss ways to strengthen support for India’s built and intangible heritage. The platform is designed as a long-term initiative that encourages collaboration and investment in heritage preservation while connecting it to the broader goals of sustainable development and responsible corporate participation.
The evening continued with the formal opening of the ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ exhibition at Sunder Nursery. Ms. Rohini Bhatia, Chairperson of InterGlobe Foundation, led the inauguration ceremony in the presence of cultural practitioners, institutional leaders, and heritage enthusiasts. The event concluded with a captivating Dastangoi performance at the historic Humayun’s Tomb Auditorium.
Rohini Bhatia, Chairperson, InterGlobe Foundation, said, "The ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ exhibition reflects our deep commitment to protecting India’s diverse cultural legacy. This year's theme beautifully illustrates how our heritage is a living, breathing entity sustained by communities and their practices. Through the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships and the new Heritage Dialogue, we aim to foster a deeper appreciation for our vibrant traditions and inspire collective action required to ensure they thrive for generations to come.”
For more than a decade, InterGlobe Foundation has supported several important conservation and heritage initiatives through its partners. These include the conservation and cultural revival of Abdur Rahim Khan-I-Khanan’s mausoleum in Delhi, the cultural mapping and documentation of eighteen cities through the ‘My City My Heritage’ campaign, the restoration of the Indra Kund stepwell in Delwara, the tile restoration of Qutb Shah’s Mausoleum, and the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships.
By Hariharan U
Migsun Mall in Ghaziabad just added a name to its retail roster that signals exactly where the mall is headed. Calvin Klein has signed a leasing agreement for a 1,114 sq ft space at the mall, bringing one of the world's most recognised fashion brands to a retail destination that has been steadily building its premium appeal.
Calvin Klein's identity, clean aesthetics, modern sensibility, and a design philosophy that has built a global following, fits naturally into what Migsun Mall has been trying to create. The brand speaks directly to urban consumers who value minimalism, quality, and globally relevant fashion, which is exactly the kind of audience the mall is positioning itself to attract.
Rajeev Srivastava, Leasing Head at Migsun Group, put the signing in context. "Retail today is as much about brand alignment as it is about physical space. Calvin Klein represents a global design philosophy that speaks to modern consumers, and we're pleased to have the brand join Migsun Mall. Our approach has been to create a retail ecosystem that feels relevant, uncluttered and experience-oriented rather than purely transactional. Each new signing is evaluated not just on brand strength, but on how well it contributes to the overall shopping journey. Calvin Klein adds a distinct, contemporary dimension to our fashion mix and strengthens the mall's positioning as a destination for refined, modern retail."
The signing also reflects a broader trend playing out across India's organised retail sector. Brands are becoming increasingly selective about the locations they choose, favouring destinations that offer strong footfall potential, a cohesive brand environment, and a shopping experience that feels curated rather than crowded. Migsun Mall's approach of evaluating brands not just on name recognition but on how well they contribute to the overall experience speaks to this shift.
For Ghaziabad, the arrival of Calvin Klein at Migsun Mall is a notable moment, adding a brand with genuine global weight to a retail market that continues to grow in both scale and ambition.
The Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Finals 2026 concluded on an exciting note at the Jaipur Polo Ground, with Rajnigandha Achievers emerging as the champions after a strong performance against Thunderbolts.
The prestigious event was attended by Hon'ble Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who joined as the Chief Guest. Rajashree Birla, Chairperson of Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural Development, was also present at the finals, adding to the significance of the occasion.
Several notable dignitaries attended the event, including Himanshu Kapania, Managing Director of Grasim Industries; Sanjay Seth, Member of Rajya Sabha; Naveen Jindal, Member of the Lok Sabha and Chairman of Jindal Steel, who also serves as the Captain of the Jindal Panther Polo Team; and Askaran K. Agarwala, Group Advisor, Birla Group Trusts & Special Community Projects.
The final match saw an engaging contest between Thunderbolts and Rajnigandha Achievers. The Thunderbolts team featured Sipahi Mukesh Gujar, Lt Col Vishal Chauhan, Major Mritunjay Chauhan (MS Chauhan), and Simran Singh Shergil. Rajnigandha Achievers fielded Aryaman Singh, a 14-year-old player with 19 tournament wins, along with Syed Shamsheer Ali, Dhruv Pal Godara, and Captain Daniel.
The match was played over four chukkas of 7.5 minutes each and was officiated by professional umpires from the Kingdom. Demonstrating consistent teamwork and control throughout the game, Rajnigandha Achievers secured a convincing 9–5 victory to lift the Aditya Birla Polo Cup 2026 title.
The final match not only showcased competitive polo but also highlighted the sport’s growing prominence in India, bringing together players, dignitaries, and enthusiasts for a memorable sporting evening at the Jaipur Polo Ground.
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